Gavin Dove noticed how many boxes Vancouver gets, then throws away. So he built TerraTote: a reusable, recyclable box that ships flat, stores flat, and keeps waste out of the landfill. The idea was simple. The commitment is not.
TerraTote measures success by the waste we keep out of landfills, one compact, recyclable box at a time.
100%
Recyclable materials
Every TerraTote ships flat, breaks down flat, and goes straight into recycling.
0
Single-use plastic
No plastic tape, no plastic wrap, nothing that lingers for centuries.
2x
More boxes per load
Compact design means fewer truck trips and a lighter footprint in Vancouver.
We're a small crew in Vancouver who believe a box can do more. Less material, more reuse, and compact design that ships flat.
Founder
Gavin started TerraTote to prove a box can do more. He designs every carton to ship flat, hold strong, and break down clean.
Operations Lead
Maya keeps the boxes moving, from material sourcing to the final fold. She makes sure every TerraTote meets the same standard.
We're just getting started in Vancouver, and early feedback guides how we refine every box we ship.
I signed up for TerraTote's early list after seeing the flat-pack design. It's compact, sturdy, and knowing it's recycled makes it an easy choice for our weekly shipments.
Keeper
Early list supporter, Vancouver
The box broke down flat in seconds, which meant more room in the recycling bin and less hassle overall. Exactly the kind of detail I hoped a local company would get right.
Keeper
First-time customer, East Vancouver
It's rare to find packaging that's both recycled and genuinely reusable. I've already reused mine twice for moving smaller items, and it still holds up well.
Keeper
Community member, Mount Pleasant
I appreciate that they're starting small and focusing on quality. The box feels well-made, not flimsy like some other eco-options I've tried before.
Keeper
Early adopter, Kitsilano
Every TerraTote ships flat, breaks down flat, and keeps waste out of our city. Let's build a cleaner local market together.
